Building and Zoning Permit Application Forms

How to Apply

You must apply for building and zoning permits in person or by mail.
Fax and email copies are not accepted.
Payment is made at the time the application is issued.
The county accepts cash, check or credit cards (American Express, Visa, Mastercard or Discover).
A Statement of Owner/Lessee may be used In lieu of a licensed contractor for permit(s) that require a licensed contractor to be listed per State Code: TITLE 54.1-1111. For additional information, see the Statement of Owner/Lessee in the table.
You may also obtain a copy of the forms at the Department of Building and Development Permit Counter on the 2nd floor of the Loudoun County Government Center, 1 Harrison Street, SE, in Leesburg.
Some applications contain multiple pages. Please fill out and submit all required pages along with plans as required.

Plan Review

Most residential jobs require building plan review. Submit plans for review along with the application.
Commercial jobs require plan review. Submit plans for review along with the application.
One set of plans is needed for electrical, gas, mechanical and plumbing and may need to be stamped and sealed.
Three sets of stamped and sealed plans along with calculations and cut sheets are needed for fire plan review.

Call us at 703-777-0220 to find out more about requirements for your submission or to speak to a plan reviewer. Plan reviewers are available 8:30 a.m. until 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.